MRI Technologist II - 25 hours

Kaiser Permanente; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Vallejo, California, seeks an MRI Technologist II for a 25-hour-per-week schedule. You will operate MRI systems to acquire high-quality diagnostic images under radiology leadership, with a focus on safety and patient care.

Responsibilities include training MRI staff, adhering to protocols, and explaining procedures to patients. California licensure and MRI experience are required, and the role supports a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of recent MRI Technologist experience.
• California radiologic licensure and venipuncture certification within 6 months.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Proficiency in MRI protocols and safety procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to train and mentor other MRI staff.
• Willingness to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment to produce high-quality cross-sectional images.
• Follow set protocols and adjust coil placements as needed.
• Explain MRI procedures to patients and address concerns.
• Ensure patient and staff safety per safety protocols.
• Orient and train MRI Technologist I and students.
• May supervise or direct MRI staff in absence of a supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Teaching/proficiency

Patient interaction

Education

High School Diploma/GED

California Radiologic Technologist Certificate

Venipuncture Certification (CA)

Basic Life Support

Job description

Job Summary:

Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images (photographs) of patients body for diagnostic purposes. Under the direction of the Chief of Radiology and the Imaging Services Director, with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative, performs related technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs patient studies according to set protocol including placing specified coil close to area of interest.

• Operates imaging and other equipment devices so that quality diagnostic services are provided, including keying commands to specify scan sequences into computer, adjusting transmitters and receivers, and keying in data on keyboard of camera to photograph images.

• Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures to address patient concerns and exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy and poise when interacting with patients, staff, and visitors.

• Ensures patient and staff safety, including explaining safety protocol, requesting removal of hazardous metal objects, alerting staff of danger or carrying metal around magnet, and monitoring patients via closed circuit TV.

• Orients new hires and trains MRI Technologist, students, trainees.

• Trains MRI Technologists I in MRI procedures.

• May be required to direct, check and train other MRI employees in absence of MRI Supervising Technologist.

• Perform other related duties as necessary.

• Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Basic Qualifications:

• Have two (2) years Regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) continuous recent experience as a MRI Technologist and be fully proficient in all the duties required of a MRI Technologist II to the satisfaction of the department manager.

  Education

• High School Diploma/GED.

  License, Certification, Registration

• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California)

• Certified Radiologic Technologist - Venipuncture Certificate (California) within 6 months of hire

• Basic Life Support

  Additional Requirements:

• Must have demonstrated proficiency in teaching other Technologists.

• May be required to direct, check and train other MRI employee.

• Must be fully proficient in MRI to the full satisfaction of the department manager and have knowledge of the required protocols in performing complex MRI procedures.

• Effective oral and written communications skills.

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.

• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ARRT certification preferred.

Grade 870

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: MRI Technologist II - 25 hours

LOCATION: Vallejo, California

REQNUMBER: 1452898

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.